Senior Counsel

5 months ago

London, United Kingdom MillerKnoll, Inc. Full time

Why join us?


Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Senior Counsel - UK, Middle East, Africa

Based out of London or Melksham

Hybrid working

Reporting to the US-based Deputy General Counsel, the Head of Legal, UK, Middle East and Africa will be a core member of the global Legal & Compliance team with accountability for internal and external legal resources in support of the UK, Middle East and Africa and other jurisdictions identified from time to time, at a time of significant transformation and the opportunity for sustained, long term growth. 

This role will act as a proactive, strategic partner to the business, evidencing an approach that is both highly business literate and passionate about delivering on a commitment to excellence with measurable business impact. 

The candidate must bring a positive attitude, high energy and enthusiasm and confidence in handling complex and ambiguous legal issues. 

They must also demonstrate a direct, transparent and concise approach, exceptional communication, and a well-organised planner with strong analytical skills. 

Essential Functions: 

As a member of the global Legal & Compliance team, the Head of Legal, UK, Middle East and Africa will support the Deputy General Counsel and the rest of the International team in the delivery of risk-based, commercially focused and pragmatic legal advice to the International business and its global portfolio of subsidiaries, brands and contract, retail and e-commerce distribution channels. 

Ensure the high-quality and timely delivery of legal, regulatory, corporate governance, compliance advice and general legal support for the International business in the relevant regions. 

Areas of responsibility include: commercial transactions, distribution issues, retail issues, subsidiary governance, mergers and acquisitions, litigation management, training, competition and data privacy. 

The role will: 

Partner with the employment, compliance, and intellectual property subject matter experts, in addition to HR, Business Risk, to support issues as needed. 

Support and coordinate with the International Legal team (5 other lawyer/legal professionals based in India, Italy, China and Denmark) and help the Deputy General Counsel move to a more matrixed approach to delivery of legal services. 

Who We Hire?


Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

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